Dubai Police help bust notorious ‘Lyons Clan’ in major global crime crackdown
Dubai: In a major international operation underscoring sustained efforts to combat money laundering and transnational organised crime, Dubai Police, in coordination with the UAE Ministry of Interior, played a pivotal role in dismantling the “Lyons Clan”, one of the most violent criminal organisatio»»»
Indian expat in Dubai casts two votes in Kerala Assembly Election 2026
Dubai: While millions of Keralites headed to polling booths across the state on Thursday, one Indian expat in the UAE did something that raised eyebrows and then smiles. Dubai resident Babu MC cast not one, but two votes in the Kerala Assembly Election 2026. And every bit of it was legal. Babu, who»»»
Gen Z steadily using AI, but skepticism rising, Gallup reports - UPI.com
Although people in Generation Z -- those born between 1997 and 2012 -- continue to use artificial intelligence tools at a steady clip, there is growing skepticism among people in their teens and 20s about the benefits and harms of the technology. File Photo by Wu Hao/EPA-EFE April 9 (UPI) -- Use of»»»
Qatar hosts high-level panel on Gulf security amid global shifts
QNA Doha Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a panel discussion on transformations in regional security in the Gulf amid shifting international dynamics. The session was organised by the ministry’s Diplomatic Institute in Doha on Thursday and featured senior diplomats and representatives fro»»»
Florida AG Uthmeier to probe OpenAI, ChatGPT role in FSU shooting - UPI.com
Flowers are left near the scene after a gunman shot multiple people on April 17 at Florida State University, in Tallahassee. File Photo by Don Hayes/EPA-EFE April 9 (UPI) -- Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced plans Thursday to open investigations into the artificial intelligence plat»»»
Hostile drone attack against Kuwait causes damage, no casualties
KUWAIT: The Kuwaiti National Guard announced early on Friday that one of its sites was targeted by hostile drones, resulting in significant material damage without any human casualties recorded. Brigadier General Dr Jadaan Fadel, Director of the Moral Guidance Directorate and spokesperson for the N»»»
QU institute receives AACSB Global Impact Award for leadership
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) announced that the College of Business and Economics has received international recognition through the selection of its dean, Prof. Rana Sobh, as a recipient of the AACSB International Global Impact Award in the category of Impactful Leadership. The »»»
High-level Libyan government delegation visits Oman – Cooperation in several sectors discussed
In accordance with the directives of the Tripoli-based Libyan Prime Minister, Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba, and as part of his government’s ‘‘Return of Life’’, a high-level delegation from the Tripoli government held a series of official meetings in the Sultanate of Oman, at the invitation of the Omani si»»»
Arab League commends EU's efforts to support Palestinian people
Cairo: The Arab League on Thursday commended the efforts exerted by the European Union (EU) in advancing the Middle East peace process and working towards the implementation of the two-state solution, in addition to the various forms of support it provides to the Palestinian people, particularly in»»»
World Bank Sees Saudi Budget Deficit Halving, Current Account Surplus of 3.3% in 2026
As regional economies reel from a complex and uncertain geopolitical landscape, with shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz adding pressure, the latest World Bank report points to standout resilience in Saudi Arabia’s economy. The data show the kingdom on a fiscal consolidation path to s»»»
Lebanon Maintains Exclusive Negotiations and State Control of Weapons
In Beirut, Lebanon’s leadership signaled it is moving forward with its decision to keep negotiations in official hands, alongside efforts to place all weapons under state control. The government took a further step by ordering the army and security forces to immediately reinforce full state authori»»»
Robertson to leave Liverpool at end of season
Liverpool: Andy Robertson will bring down the curtain on his nine-year career at Liverpool at the end of the season, the faltering Premier League champions announced on Thursday. The 32-year-old has made 373 appearances for the club, winning two Premier League titles and the Champions League as a k»»»
NBP posts record loss
Poland’s central bank will report a PLN 35.7 billion loss for 2025, Governor Adam Glapiński confirmed, ruling out any transfer to the state budget. The deficit—larger than expected—stems from a stronger złoty and high interest costs tied to liquidity operations. The last payout to the government wa»»»
One Office, Many Perspectives
From Leadership Expectations to Market Realities and the Needs of HR and Administration This event is for you because every move counts! The Tenant Academy at SkyHall in Warsaw is a meeting for those in administration and HR who understand that office design isn't a simple move, but a complete game»»»
Telegram founder Pavel Durov slams Soros-backed ‘globalist’ EU censorship
The EU is relying on non-governmental organizations, bankrolled by billionaire financier George Soros, as well as controlled media to justify its push for more online surveillance and censorship, Telegram founder Pavel Durov has said. On Wednesday, state-owned broadcaster France 24 reported on a st»»»
Paris has even made a ham sandwich chic
Paris, France: From bistro counters to luxury hotels, the humble Parisian ham sandwich or "jambon beurre" has undergone a dramatic luxury makeover. Once the no-frills lunch of hurried, cash-strapped workers, the humble ham and butter baguette has in recent years become a gourmet classic. When he wa»»»
Sharjah Ruler approves hiring 330 Emiratis in municipalities
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the recruitment of 330 Emirati citizens, including university graduates and high school diploma holders, across the municipalities of the Emirate of Sharjah in various cities, as part of »»»
CC-DB Offers Concrete Solutions for Ruse, Says Coalition's Top-of-the-List Candidate
Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) offers concrete solutions to the problems of Ruse, on the Danube, CC–DB top-of-the-list candidate in Ruse Nadezhda Yordanova said on Thursday. She was speaking to the local media together with Yes, Bulgaria co-chairs Ivaylo Mirchev and Bozhidar Bozhan»»»
UAE convenes Industrial Resilience Forum
The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has convened the Industrial Resilience and Supply Chain Continuity Forum in Abu Dhabi, bringing together ministers, senior officials, industry leaders, and financial institutions to accelerate coordinated responses to mounting global trade an»»»
Bondi won’t testify on Epstein files, Justice Department says
Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi, who was fired by President Donald Trump last week, will not be required to testify about her handling of the investigation into late financier and convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, the Justice Department (DOJ) has announced. In a letter explaining the decisi»»»
Easter getaway triggers heavy traffic
Traffic has been building up on major routes out of Athens, as thousands of holidaymakers leave the capital for the Greek Easter. By Thursday afternoon, vehicles were moving at slow speeds on key motorways amid increasing congestion. Along Kifissos Avenue, traffic heading north towards Lamia had co»»»
Djuric: UNMIK presence in Kosovo-Metohija must not be weakened, but strengthened
NEW YORK - Addressing a UN Security Council session on the work of UNMIK, the UN mission in Kosovo-Metohija, Serbian FM Marko Djuric said on Thursday its presence continued to serve as a key guarantee of peace, stability and protection of the fundamental human rights of Serbs living in the province»»»
Cannes Festival promises escapism in Hollywood-lite edition
Paris, France: The Cannes Film Festival unveiled its roster of films for this year's edition on Thursday packed with historical dramas, "gentleness" and even football, with the absence of major Hollywood studios set to dial down the American razzle-dazzle of previous editions. Festival director Thi»»»
Dubai real estate transactions jump 31% to Dh252b in Q1 2026
Dubai: Dubai’s real estate sector recorded a strong start to 2026, with total transactions reaching Dh252 billion in the first quarter, marking a 31 per cent year-on-year increase in value and a 6 per cent rise in volume. Data released by the Dubai Land Department showed that 60,303 real estate tra»»»
Abu Dhabi: New competency-based framework to enhance workplace safety
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) has announced the launch of a new competency-based regulatory framework under the Qudorat Program for the registration of occupational safety and health (OSH) practitioners and service providers, in a step towards enhancing professional competency standard»»»
UK and Norway expose Russian operation near undersea infrastructure
While a Northern Fleet Akula-class submarine sailed out from the Kola Peninsula as a diversion, other Russian naval units from the Main Directorate of Deep Sea Research (GUGI) began a covert operation, conducting suspicious activity around critical undersea infrastructure in Norwegian and British m»»»
Dubai launches maritime hub to capture more value from global shipping and trade
Dubai: Dubai is moving to capture a larger share of global shipping revenue by bringing trade, finance and maritime services into a single ecosystem, with the launch of a new Maritime Centre at DMCC. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The initiative is designed to go beyo»»»
Charter to position Tunisia as leading regional hub for high value-added electronics industries to be inked on April 10
Tunis, April 9 (TAP) - A strategic charter aimed at positioning Tunisia as a leading regional hub for high value-added electronics industries will be inked on Friday at the headquarters of the Ministry of Industry, Mines and...»»»
UK and Norway xxpose Russian operation near undersea infrastructure
While a Northern Fleet Akula-class submarine sailed out from the Kola Peninsula as a diversion, other Russian naval units from the Main Directorate of Deep Sea Research (GUGI) began a covert operation, conducting suspicious activity around critical undersea infrastructure in Norwegian and British m»»»
Charter to make of Tunisia a leading regional hub for high value-added electronics industries to be inked on April 10
Tunis, April 9 (TAP) - A strategic charter aimed at positioning Tunisia as a leading regional hub for high value-added electronics industries will be inked on Friday at the headquarters of the Ministry of Industry, Mines and...»»»
High turnout marks India’s key state elections
Voters across India’s Assam and Kerala states, along with the Union Territory of Puducherry, turned out in large numbers on Thursday in closely watched Assembly elections seen as a key test of political momentum for both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and opposition alliances. With polling»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»
Latin America growth slips as weak investment persists, World Bank says
The World Bank has cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.1%, down from 2.4% recorded last year, warning that the region faces a toxic combination of weak investment, tight fiscal space, and persistent productivity deficits that no amount of industrial policy can easi»»»